How to Make Quesadilla Salvadoreña - A Step-by-Step Guide

Quesadilla Salvadoreña is a delicious and traditional dish from El Salvador that is enjoyed by people of all ages. This savory treat is a type of sweet bread, or sweet cake, and is often served during special occasions such as birthdays, holidays, or family gatherings. The name quesadilla can be a little misleading, as this dish is completely different from the Mexican quesadilla that most people are familiar with.

The Quesadilla Salvadoreña is a sweet bread that is often filled with...

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Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs, separated, divided
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • 1 (4 ounce) package Parmesan cheese, finely grated
  • ¾ cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup rice flour
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 12

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until firm but not stiff.
  • Combine sugar and melted butter in a large bowl; beat on high speed until creamy.
  • Mix in egg yolks until well blended.
  • Gradually mix in Parmesan cheese. Add sour cream and baking powder; beat until batter is smooth.
  • Sift rice flour over batter, then fold it in with a spatula. Fold in egg whites.
  • Pour batter into a 9x13-inch glass baking dish. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 38 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    270 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 81mg
    • Sodium: 248mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 17g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 149mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 64mg